All the vocabulary, kanji, and grammar you need to pass N4 — in one book. It's a PDF, so you can download it right now and start studying.
The JLPT (Japanese-Language Proficiency Test) is the most widely recognized Japanese language test in the world. It has 5 levels, from N5 (beginner) to N1 (advanced). The test is held twice a year (July and December) in many countries.
| Level | Difficulty | Description |
|---|---|---|
| N5 | Beginner | Basic Japanese — hiragana, katakana, simple kanji, everyday phrases |
| N4This book! | Elementary | Basic grammar and vocabulary for everyday situations |
| N3 | Intermediate | Japanese used in everyday situations to a fair degree |
| N2 | Upper-Intermediate | Japanese in a broader range of situations, close to natural |
| N1 | Advanced | Japanese in a broad range of situations — near-native level |
You passed N5, but N4 feels like a huge jump and you're worried...
Too many conjugation patterns — causative, passive, potential — it's all confusing
You can't tell if 〜そうだ means "looks like" or "I heard that"
There are too many intransitive/transitive verb pairs to memorize
Your textbook is too thick and you don't know where to start
100 vocabulary words, 80 kanji, 25 grammar patterns — everything you need for N4 is in this single book. No need to buy multiple textbooks.
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Riko-sensei has added targeted tips for tricky N4 topics like causative/passive forms and transitive/intransitive verb pairs throughout the book.
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Everything you need for N4 — organized and easy to study
100 words
Essential N4 words organized by category
80 characters
All N4 kanji with readings and example words
25 patterns
Key grammar patterns with example sentences
Included
Essential N4 particles and conjunctions clearly explained
Chart included
Verb conjugation reference including causative, passive, and potential forms
Included
Last-minute review checklist before the exam
If you passed N5, you can definitely handle N4! This book has everything you need. New grammar like causative and passive forms might seem tough, but with Riko-sensei's tips, you'll master them one by one. I'm rooting for you!
— Riko-sensei
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